New Product Introduction (NPI) Coordinator - META region

Job Purpose

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and handle the end-to-end NPI process for adherence to timelines and global standards.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between global/regional marketing, regulatory affairs, demand planning, SC, commercial teams transparency on launch activities.
• Develop and handle project timelines, supervising deliverables and readiness breakthroughs (e.g., artwork, regulatory approvals, forecast confirmation, stock availability, commercial materials).
• Work closely with demand planners to ensure accurate demand forecasts for new products, factoring in market intelligence, sales expectations, and promotional plans.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate product information in planning and tracking tools, including launch calendars, SKU master data, and reporting dashboards.
• Track and report post-launch performance, highlighting key insights, deviations, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare and issue regular updates and reports to regional and global customers on launch status and risk mitigation actions.
• Identify process gaps or inefficiencies in NPI coordination and propose improvements for better execution and alignment.
  

Summary Decision Rights

• Validation of launch readiness checklists and timelines
• Partner concern of risks or misalignments impacting launch delivery
• Approval of NPI tracking reports and customer updates
  

Education

• Bachelor degree or equivalent experience in Business economics, Supply Chain or similar
• Further education as f.i. APICS valuable
  

Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years in a coordination/project management role, ideally within FMCG, Pharma, or Consumer Healthcare
• Prior experience managing product launches or cross-functional commercial projects across multiple countries
• Familiarity with the META region’s market dynamics is helpful
  

Skills & Proficiencies

• Project Management: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under timelines
• Communication & Influence: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in tracking, data maintenance, and documentation
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess risks, supervise performance, and propose solutions proactively
• Technical Background: Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint); experience with ERP or planning tools is an advantage
• Cultural Agility: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment with remote collaboration.